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We perform with a purpose.  We dream globally and act locally, constantly innovating to sustain our planet, our people, our communities, and our business practices.  Together, we raise the bar in lean manufacturing practices.  We put forth new standards and stretch to reach beyond the goals we set.  We are a think tank, bringing our perspectives into action and are determined to find ways to drive efficiencies, improve processes and achieve the highest level of safety. . .  all while meeting the demands of our Customers and Consumers to deliver the best products.  At PepsiCo, we are committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, and to strengthen the company as a whole.  Are you hungry to be a part of the world’s largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands?  Then now is the time to explore the Possibilities of PepsiCo. 

The Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) Coach ensures strict adherence to Quality and Food Safety protocols to deliver the highquality products consumers expect. This role leads a team of FSQ Technicians and oversees all Quality and Food Safety operations on their shift.

The FSQ Coach partners closely with Manufacturing, Tech Services, and Warehouse teams to reinforce quality procedures, drive sustainable practices, and support worldclass FSQ performance across the facility.

Technical & Process Expertise

• Provide technical knowledge for water treatment systems, concentrate/syrup batching, ingredient receiving/storage, and lab systems
• Demonstrate working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes and their impact on Quality and Food Safety

Food Safety Program Execution

• Oversee team execution of key Food Safety programs, including GMP compliance, sanitation, monitoring, documentation, and recordkeeping
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety Management Systems (Food Safety, Food Defense, CAPA)
• Oversee calibration programs and ensure analytical procedures are executed accurately

NonConforming Product & Hold Management

• Ensure flawless execution of NonConforming Product programs
• Manage hold systems, reconciliation controls, compliance processes, and personnel training

Data Analytics & Continuous Improvement

• Use data analytics tools to monitor realtime Quality and Food Safety performance
• Identify trends and implement corrective and preventive action plans
• Support improvement of Quality, Food Safety, and consumerrelated metrics

Training & Capability Building

• Coordinate Quality and Food Safety training for crossfunctional teams
• Coach FSQ Technicians and support capability development across shifts

Audit Support & Compliance

• Partner with FSQ Manager, FSQ Leader, and peer Coaches to support site audits, including:
  • GFSI
  • AIB GMP
  • Regulatory readiness
  • QAS and internal audits
• Ensure audit findings are addressed and sustained

Change Leadership & Collaboration

• Demonstrate effective change leadership while minimizing people impact
• Collaborate with crossfunctional partners to ensure consistent quality execution

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $66,900 - $111,950.
  
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
  
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 8% of annual salary paid out annually.
  
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
  
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 0-2+ years of direct people leadership experience
• 0-2+ years of experience in the food or beverage industry
• Previous Quality Control experience in a highspeed manufacturing environment preferred
• Knowledge and application of quality principles and problemsolving tools
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively

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Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 0-2+ years of direct people leadership experience
• 0-2+ years of experience in the food or beverage industry
• Previous Quality Control experience in a highspeed manufacturing environment preferred
• Knowledge and application of quality principles and problemsolving tools
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively